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Database administrators create, organise and look after computer systems that store data for commercial companies and public organisations.
You could work: on call;
There will be
2.8% more Database administrator jobs in 2029.
In your local area
As a database administrator you'll:
You could work in an office or at a client's business.
You could get into this job through:
You could study for a higher national diploma, degree or postgraduate qualification before joining a company training scheme.
Useful subjects include:
You may have an advantage when you look for work if you do a degree that includes a work placement.
You'll usually need:
You could get into this job by applying to do an apprenticeship, such as:
If you already have a degree or relevant experience, you may be able to do a Digital and Technology Solutions Specialist Level 7 Degree Apprenticeship.
These can take between 2 and 4 years to complete.
You'll usually need:
You may be able to apply directly for a place on a graduate training scheme. You can usually apply if you have a degree related to computing or technology, though employers may accept other subjects.
You'll need to:
Experience in IT support, programming or web development will help.
The Chartered Institute for IT and techskills have more details about careers and training in computing.
With experience, you could become a:systems analyst; IT project manager; web developer; network manager
You could also work as a consultant or become self-employed.